The Power of the Phone Call in Police Recruiting

In the competitive world of police recruiting, effective communication can make all the difference. While it may seem simple, the significance of a phone call often gets overlooked. Doug Larsen from SAFEGUARD Recruiting shares insights on how a personal touch through phone calls can dramatically improve recruiting outcomes. Understanding the Communication Gap Communication is key […]

The Essential Data for Successful Police Recruiting

Recruiting for police departments is a complex task that requires a deep understanding of data. Today, we dive into the critical information needed to ensure successful recruiting campaigns. Doug Larsen, the CEO of SAFEGUARD Recruiting, shares insights on how to effectively gather and utilize this data for better results. Understanding the Recruiting Process Before launching […]

Police Recruiting Show: Supercharge Your Recruiting Website

Book Your Discovery Call Now On today’s episode, Doug Larsen emphasizes that while having a website is crucial for recruiting, simply having a flashy or expensive website doesn’t necessarily equate to recruiting success. The website needs to focus on functionality rather than just aesthetics. Hosted by Dr. Travis Yates, the pair discuss that agencies should […]

Police Recruiting Show: The Recruiting Crisis Myth

On this episode, Doug Larsen and Travis Yates discuss why using the term “crisis” creates a perception that the situation is unsolvable, deterring innovation and action. It becomes an easy excuse for failure, rather than a motivator for change. As Larsen points out, there is ample interest in law enforcement careers, as evidenced by the […]

Police Recruiting Show: Billboard Advertisements

Welcome back to the Police Recruiting Show! In this episode we dive into expert strategies for successful police recruitment.   Success of the WeekDoug shares a story about a police department that hired 20 people in one week, highlighting the efficiency and success of their recruiting efforts amid the broader recruiting crisis. Doug emphasizes that […]

How To ‘Fact Check’ Your Recruiting Campaign

Dr. Travis Yates is a commander with a large municipal police department and author of “The Courageous Police Leader: A Survival Guide for Combating Cowards, Chaos & Lies.” His risk management and leadership seminars have been taught to thousands of professionals across the world. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy with a Doctorate Degree in Strategic Leadership and the CEO of the Courageous Police Leadership Alliance

Police Recruiting With Social Media

Dr. Travis Yates is a commander with a large municipal police department and author of “The Courageous Police Leader: A Survival Guide for Combating Cowards, Chaos & Lies.” His risk management and leadership seminars have been taught to thousands of professionals across the world. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy with a Doctorate Degree in Strategic Leadership and the CEO of the Courageous Police Leadership Alliance

It Takes More Than Toys To Recruit

Travis Yates is the author of “The Courageous Police Leader” and former ILEETA Trainer of the Year. His training seminars in risk management, leadership and recruiting strategies have been taught across the world including 47 states. You can reach Travis and get additional resources at: travisyates.org.

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